Marleigh Kuhn
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Conservation Genetics Tutor
West Virginia University, Natural Resources Department
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided tutoring sessions to students in the Natural Resources Department at West Virginia University, focusing on genetics concepts.
- Explained inheritance patterns, DNA structure, and gene expression using clear examples
- Reviewed assignments, quizzes, and lab work for accuracy and understanding
- Supported classmates in mastering coursework for exams. Developed practice tests featuring conceptual and computational problems to enhance student understanding. Organized group study sessions to foster collaborative learning and exam preparation. Kept an A in the course to adequately explain topics clearly to a variety of different learners.
Assitant Manger
Ross Dress for Less, Westridge Commons-Westover
Bridgeville, PA
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Supported daily store operations at Ross Dress for Less, Westridge Commons-Westover.
- Trained associates on customer service and register procedures to enhance team efficiency and ensure compliance with store policies.
- Resolved customer concerns through effective communication and professional support, improving customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated opening and closing tasks, ensuring security protocols and sales floor readiness for optimal store operations.
- Monitored cash register activity, voids, and payment accuracy during shifts
- Processed freight, organized the stockroom, and restocked merchandise.
- Balanced work schedule with academic responsibilities between working at the Morgantown location at 4:45 AM and being a full-time student at WVU
Data Analysis Assistant
West Virginia University, Natural Resources Department
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted graduate student with analysis of ARU sound files from wildlife areas in Monongahela National Forest, contributing to research efforts.
- Learned Raven Pro software to scan hundreds of hours of sound files for wild turkey and American woodcock mating calls.
Reviewed spectrograms visually and auditorily to confirm target species calls when detection software missed signals.
- Digitized wood thrush nest cards and point count surveys from WVU researchers from 1990-2008 into Excel.
- Enhanced Excel data entry skills while collaborating effectively with supervisor in a remote work environment.
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
Jornada Basin Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER)
Las Cruces, NM
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with University of Illinois, funded by National Science Foundation, to design an independent project for 2023 summer field season while supporting graduate student fieldwork.
- Studied local flora and fauna across American Southwest, gaining knowledge while conducting fieldwork in arid grassland and shrubland sites.
- Gained experience with vertical camera trapping methods while maintaining the camera array each day.
- Analyzed weekly camera-trap footage to identify target small mammal species, including black-tailed jack rabbits, desert cottontails, spotted ground squirrels, and several kangaroo rat species, contributing to species monitoring efforts.
- Cared for greenhouse plants by monitoring moisture levels and ensuring proper sunlight exposure for blue grama grass seedlings, including seed tray growth and maintenance.
- Submitted weekly progress updates and project proposals to mentor.
- Participated in REU workshops covering data carpentry, scientific presentation techniques, and R script.
- Delivered 12-minute presentation on project and data to peers and principal investigators at season's end.
Deck Supervisor/Front Desk Representative
Goldfish Swim School-Wexford
Wexford, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
- Supervised deck staff, ensuring safe operations and adherence to safety protocols at Goldfish Swim School Wexford.
- Monitored swimmer safety and enforced water safety procedures.
- Supported emergency response procedures, maintaining calm and effective control poolside during incidents.
- Coordinated swim lesson flow and class transitions across pool deck.
- Managed pool readiness, equipment setup, and deck organization.
- Welcomed families to swim lessons, providing information on lessons and scheduling to enhance customer experience.
- Supported training sessions for new personnel new personnel in safe working practices as well as the use of tools and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (emphasis in Excel)
- Esri ArcGIS
- Raven Pro
- R Script
HONORS AND GRANTS
President's List (2021), Dean's List (2021-2023), Scholarship of Distinction Level 2 (2020-Present), Graduated Magna Cum Laude (May 2024)
Affiliations
- WVU Honors College (2020-2021)
- WVU Honors Hall Council (2021)
- WVU Student Chapter of the Wildlife Society (August 2021-2024)
- WVU Student Chapter of the American Fisheries Society (August 2021-2024)
Timeline
Deck Supervisor/Front Desk Representative
Goldfish Swim School-Wexford
07.2024 - Current
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
Jornada Basin Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER)
05.2023 - 08.2023
Data Analysis Assistant
West Virginia University, Natural Resources Department
07.2022 - 12.2022
Assitant Manger
Ross Dress for Less, Westridge Commons-Westover
01.2022 - 01.2025
Conservation Genetics Tutor
West Virginia University, Natural Resources Department
10.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries
West Virginia University